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The driver, a man in his 30s, and his three passengers who were aged in their 30s and 40s, were brought to Waterford University Hospital. Alamy Stock Photo
Kilkenny
Four people in serious condition after single vehicle crash on M9
The collision occurred on the motorway at Stonecarty, Knocktopher, Kilkenny at around 7pm.
FOUR PEOPLE ARE in serious condition after the car they were travelling in on the M9 southbound yesterday was involved in a serious single vehicle road collision.
The collision occurred on the motorway at Stonecarty, Knocktopher, Kilkenny at around 7pm.
The car left the road and stopped in a field. The driver, a man in his 30s, and his three passengers who were aged in their 30s and 40s, were brought to Waterford University Hospital.
They remain in serious condition.
“The M9 Motorway between junction 9 (Danesfort) and junction 10 (Knocktopher) southbound is currently closed as a technical examination of the scene by Garda Forensic Collision Investigators is currently taking place. Diversions are in place,” a garda spokesperson said.
The spokesperson added that gardaí are appealing for any witnesses to come forward.
Anyone with any information is asked to contact Thomastown Garda Station on 056 775 4150, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda Station.
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